French photographer Malo is celebrating a decade-long artistic journey by launching a crowdfunding campaign for his upcoming book "Hidden Faces" (Faces cachées). The photographer marks ten years since he created his first two personal photography series, "The Ordinary Life of an Invisible Man" and "One Day My Child You Will Be," both of which explored themes of masks and false appearances that have defined his work over the past decade.
The book project represents a significant milestone for Malo, who has been frequently asked by fans and colleagues to compile his work into a publication. "Ten years is a beautiful anniversary and above all a beautiful opportunity to do it," Malo explained in his announcement. He expressed genuine excitement about sharing this comprehensive collection of his photography with audiences, describing it as "a real pleasure" to finally bring the project to fruition.
Rather than seeking donations, Malo's crowdfunding campaign operates on a pre-sale model to finance the book's production. The campaign features unique rewards specifically designed for this project, ranging from the book itself to numbered and signed framed art prints. This approach ensures that supporters at various price points can participate while helping to maximize visibility through social media networks and word-of-mouth promotion.
The photographer has ambitious plans for the book's launch, envisioning a large celebratory event where supporters and art enthusiasts can gather to toast the publication's release. However, Malo acknowledged the uncertain circumstances affecting public gatherings, noting with optimism that "if it's not possible at the book's release, well it will be after!" Despite potential scheduling challenges, he remains committed to creating a memorable launch experience.
Production timelines indicate that the book will be delivered by the end of the year. Following its initial crowdfunding fulfillment, "Hidden Faces" will receive widespread distribution through Malo's publisher, Normal Magazine. The publication will be available at approximately one hundred retail locations throughout France, including major bookstore chains like Fnac, prestigious museums such as Arts Déco, MEP (Maison Européenne de la Photographie), and Palais de Tokyo, as well as specialized art bookstores including Artazrt, Le Bon Marché, and Drugstore Publicis.
Malo's current exhibition "Animalité" continues to run through the end of October at Galerie Bettina, located at 2 rue Bonaparte in Paris's 6th arrondissement. The photographer encourages art lovers to participate in his crowdfunding campaign and share the project with their networks. More information about the campaign can be found on the French crowdfunding platform Ulule, while additional details about Malo's work are available on his official website at www.malo-photos.com.
